at St. Joseph Medical Center

Job Description

St. Joseph Medical Center in The Heights opened as an extension of Houston's first hospital - St. Joseph Medical Center in downtown Houston. Linked to the services and physicians of the main campus, St. Joseph Medical Center in The Heights was opened to serve the growing communities that had for too long been without healthcare at home. Campus is located at 1917 Ashland, Houston 77008.

JOB SUMMARY:

Assesses and provides treatment for infant,child, adolescent, young adult, and elderly patients according to chiefcomplaint and presenting symptoms.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES:

Triages,assesses, and prioritizes patients upon arrival according to the ESI Level 5 Triage System.

Providescare and education congruent with age-related needs for the infant, child,adolescent, young adult, and elderly populations.

Educatespatient or caregiver on appropriate home care, including safe and effective useof medications, pain management and comfort, needed referrals and resources,and when to seek further care and follow-up after emergency care.

Maintains eight (8) hrs of strokespecific education yearly.

SCOPE OF CARE:

The Emergency Department (ED) is designated as a Level III Trauma Center for adults and children. The Emergency Department has a seven (7) acute care beds.

Qualifications

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Work Experience:

One year experience in ER.

License/Registration/ Certification:

Current RN permit or licensure issued by the Board of Nurse Examiners of theState of Texasto practice professional nursing.